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A disability advocate says they are repeatedly missed out from the consultation process about changes that directly affect their quality of life.

The Ministry of Disabled People's made a shock… Audio

The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week. Audio

Few parties have policies on disability issues this election. How can disabled people ensure their voices are heard? Audio

Disability advocates are celebrating an end to the Minimum Wage Exemption, which was scrapped in yesterday's budget announcements. The exemption, which the government calls "discriminatory", allowed… Audio

With thousands of new cases of Covid-19 emerging in the community everyday, there are concerns about what the surge is going to do to our already-stretched healthcare system. This was laid bare by… Audio

Muslim, Jewish and disabled communities say government silence on hate speech laws is allowing misinformation to flourish.

The Justice Minister Kris Faafoi has gone to ground since announcing his… Audio

Unsuitable housing, carless city centres, cars parked on the footpath are issues that draw complaints from able bodied people - but if you're disabled they can have a dramatic impact on your life. Audio

A Canterbury man who can't find work or access a benefit says he is part of a growing group of New Zealanders whose unemployment is hidden from any official figures.

Because the man's wife still has… Audio

A group of 75 lawyers says it may have to take legal action to stop the End of Life Choice Bill, because it's loose criteria leaves vulnerable people open to coercion. Lisa Owen interviews… Video, Audio